Cloud Application Architect Jobs

Explore Cloud Application Architect opportunities with organizations building, modernizing, and scaling applications in the cloud. These professionals connect business needs with technical strategy, designing secure, reliable, and cost-effective application environments across platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced architects find opportunities that match their expertise and career goals.

What Does a Cloud Application Architect Do?

Cloud Application Architects shape how software is designed, deployed, integrated, and operated in cloud environments. They evaluate application requirements, select suitable cloud services and architectural patterns, and guide teams through modernization or new development. Responsibilities may include defining reference architectures, planning migrations, setting security and governance standards, reviewing technical designs, and improving performance, resilience, and cost efficiency.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience designing distributed applications and cloud-native systems, along with proficiency in one or more major cloud platforms. Helpful skills include microservices, APIs, containers and Kubernetes, serverless computing, infrastructure as code, CI/CD, networking, identity and access management, and observability. Strong communication, technical leadership, and the ability to translate business objectives into practical architecture are also valuable. Relevant degrees, hands-on experience, and cloud certifications may strengthen a candidate’s profile.

Where Cloud Application Architects Work

Cloud Application Architects are hired across technology, financial services, healthcare, consulting, retail, manufacturing, and other industries. Roles may be found within enterprise architecture groups, software product organizations, cloud consulting firms, or internal transformation teams. Depending on the employer, positions may focus on a particular cloud provider, industry, application portfolio, or modernization program.

Explore Cloud Application Architect Careers

Find opportunities to lead architecture decisions, support cloud adoption, and deliver applications that meet demanding requirements for availability, security, and scale. Browse Ladders listings to discover vetted Cloud Application Architect jobs paying $100K or more and identify roles aligned with your experience, preferred technologies, and next career step.

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$100K - $120K *

Innovate data solutions by leveraging Microsoft technologies to enhance client outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and optimize data engineering processes, ensuring qua...

Draper, UTRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Architect cutting-edge AI solutions in a transformative multi-agent system. Lead a skilled engineering team to innovate financial operations and governance on a cloud-based platform, driving automatio...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to resolving complex product issues through advanced analysis and collaboration. You'll mentor junior analysts, drive defect resolution, and enhance our knowledge base whi...

Richardson, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$235K - $265K *

Transform data engineering by leading the design and build of a state-of-the-art platform powering analytics and ML. Collaborate across teams to create efficient, scalable systems that support million...

El Segundo, CARemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$199K - $348K *

Transform complex agentic AI escalations into stable outcomes by diagnosing root causes, creating robust architectures, and enhancing team technical excellence while ensuring customer confidence and s...

San Diego, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Reimagine data governance by shaping a robust framework that empowers teams to define, manage, and optimize data products with clear accountability, streamlined workflows, and effective collaboration...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data technology, transforming businesses through strategic data solutions. Drive impactful projects, collaborate with industry leaders, and unlock data potenti...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver seamless integration and Tier 3 support for secure mobile infrastructure. Collaborate with enterprise stakeholders to ensure compliance, performance, and customer satisfaction while managing c...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Drive new business development and revenue growth by leveraging professional networks and sales expertise to secure major client engagements and enhance executive relationships within Fortune 500 comp...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Make your mark at a leading automotive project focusing on scalable data solutions, ensuring performance and reliability in a complex Azure Databricks environment, while optimizing costs and driving i...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative network solutions for AI and GPU cloud infrastructures. Collaborate with global teams to create reference architectures, prototype cutting-edge technologies...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $182K *

Transform client operations by implementing Sage Intacct solutions, ensuring high satisfaction through effective project management and technical support. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored so...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Champion innovative solutions as a System Engineer, driving client success through technology implementation and project management. Collaborate with teams to deliver projects on time and enhance clie...

Tampa, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $188K *

Champion growth by leveraging your expertise in hybrid cloud solutions. Collaborate with sales teams to drive strategic initiatives, engage clients, and influence technology transformations that enhan...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $225K *

Join a team that's transforming revenue operations through AI-driven insights. You'll collaborate with senior leaders, architect workflows, and drive adoption to ensure measurable business outcomes ac...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $185K *

Join a growing aerospace organization to design and develop backend software for remote sensing systems, influencing the entire operational structure through autonomous project ownership and collabora...

Arlington, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$222K - $278K *

Drive impactful change by consolidating technologies and digitizing workflows for enterprise customers, while fostering executive relationships and managing complex sales processes that promote safety...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $189K *

Transform customer engagements by leveraging your financial management expertise to deliver compelling demonstrations and articulate the value of advanced cloud-based solutions to prospective clients...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$68K - $106K *

Advance data-driven solutions by leading analytics projects, mentoring teams, and fostering client relationships. Utilize technical expertise to deliver impactful insights and enhance business perform...

Whippany, NJRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $100K *

Help us optimize Epic applications by leading projects, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring seamless integration. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows and provide expert support, all while mai...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$130K - $170K *

Elevate employee experiences by leading the design and implementation of integrated HR Service Delivery solutions leveraging ServiceNow and Microsoft technologies...

Virginia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower engineering teams to innovate and deliver high-quality SaaS products. Lead technical direction, enhance system architecture, and foster collaboration across teams to drive user-centric solutio...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$92K - $138K *

Join a team that's redefining programmatic solutions by leveraging your expertise in online advertising technology. Collaborate across functions to drive innovative integrations and enhance client exp...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$164K - $201K *

Innovate with us as you lead technical engagements, build partnerships, and shape AI datacenter trends. Collaborate with top talent to drive impactful solutions and support product development in a dy...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$205K - $231K *

Unlock potential by driving the technical direction and excellence of our stack. In this Staff Engineer role, you'll develop, mentor, and innovate within our Containers team, ensuring product quality...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Cloud Application Architect do?question toggle

    A Cloud Application Architect designs how applications run and interact in cloud environments. They select architectural patterns and services, guide development and migration, and help ensure systems are secure, scalable, reliable, and cost-effective.

  • What skills are important for Cloud Application Architect jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include cloud architecture on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud; distributed systems; APIs and microservices; containers; serverless technologies; infrastructure as code; security; networking; and CI/CD. Communication and technical leadership are also important.

  • What qualifications do employers look for?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often value substantial software or cloud engineering experience, a track record designing production systems, and familiarity with architecture and security practices. A relevant degree or cloud certification may be preferred or beneficial.

  • How much do Cloud Application Architects earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, employer, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Cloud Application Architect opportunities.

  • Where can I find Cloud Application Architect jobs paying $100K or more?question toggle

    Browse Cloud Application Architect listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.